Food Tech Teacher. Job in Harborne Education & Training Jobs

Long Term Futures Ltd; Metchley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An autism specialist secondary school in Harborne is seeking a passionate Food Tech Teacher to create engaging lessons for students aged 11-19. The ideal candidate will have QTS or QTLS and experience in SEN settings. Responsibilities include delivering tailored lessons and promoting essential life skills. The school offers excellent support, structured routines, and ongoing professional development. This full-time position presents an immediate start and the potential for permanent employment.

Benefits

Long-term roles with potential for permanent employment

Dedicated consultant for ongoing support

Free CPD: Autism Support and more

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in Food Technology, preferably in a SEN or autism-focused environment.
• Effective communication skills with a focus on autism-specific strategies.
• Ability to manage safe practical cooking sessions.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology across KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Deliver lessons tailored to autism-specific learning profiles.
• Promote independence, confidence, and life skills among students.

Skills

QTS or QTLS (Food Tech or related discipline)

Experience teaching Food Tech in a school setting (SEN/autism desirable)

Strong understanding of sensory needs and communication differences

Excellent organisational skills and practical subject knowledge

Calm and patient approach with supportive behaviour management

Ability to build trusting relationships

Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

Job description

Food Tech Teacher - Specialist Autism Secondary School Harborne

Long Term Futures is recruiting an adaptable, passionate Food Tech Teacher to join a high-performing autism specialist secondary school in Harborne, Birmingham. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled teacher who thrives in structured, calm environments and who can deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons to students aged 11-19 with diverse sensory, communication and developmental needs.

This provision offers excellent support, strong leadership, low‑arousal classrooms, autism‑informed practice, and a focus on helping pupils develop meaningful life skills and independence.

Job Title: Food Technology Teacher - Autism Specialist Secondary School
Location: Harborne, Birmingham
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full‑time, Temp to Perm
Pay: Main Pay Scale (UPS considered)

The Role

As a Food Technology Teacher, you will:

• Teach Food Technology across KS3, KS4 and KS5

• Deliver differentiated lessons tailored to autism-specific learning profiles

• Promote independence, confidence, communication and life skills

• Ensure safe management of practical cooking sessions, equipment and materials

• Adjust tasks and environments to support sensory needs, allergies and EHCP targets

• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety

• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and SEN specialists

• Support accreditation, qualifications and personalised learning pathways

• Contribute to curriculum development rooted in autism‑informed practice

What We're Looking For

• QTS or QTLS (Food Tech or related discipline)

• Experience teaching Food Tech teacher in a school setting (SEN/autism desirable)

• Strong understanding of sensory needs, communication differences and EHCPs

• Excellent organisational skills and practical subject knowledge

• Calm, patient, low‑arousal approach with firm but supportive behaviour management

• Ability to build trusting relationships and promote independence

• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

About the School

• Specialist secondary school for pupils with Autism aged 11-19

• Well‑equipped Food Technology rooms and structured routines

• Highly supportive leadership and multi‑disciplinary team

• Strong focus on independence, life skills and personalised learning

• Excellent CPD and autism‑specialist training available

This is an ideal role for a Food Tech Teacher who values compassion, structure and meaningful impact in a specialist SEN environment.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long‑term roles with real potential for permanent employment

• No day‑to‑day supply – consistent full‑time placement

• Dedicated consultant offering ongoing support

• Trial days instead of formal interviews

• Free CPD: Autism Support, Behaviour Management, Communication Strategies & more

Next Steps - Our 4‑Step Process

1. Apply - Submit your CV via the application page

2. Initial Call - We discuss your experience and preferences

3. Trial Day - Visit the school before committing

4. Start Work - Begin your new role if the school is the right fit

A valid DBS and two professional references are required.

For other Food Technology, SEN or specialist teaching roles, contact Tim at Long Term Futures.